Ex-Marine Gets 21 Years for Driving Into Liverpool Parade

Government-critical narrative

While nothing excuses acts of violence, this attack underscores a long-standing failure by the government to adequately invest in mental health services that could identify and support individuals in crisis before harm occurs. Individuals remain accountable for their actions, but the state also bears responsibility for creating the conditions that make prevention possible. Though the sentencing is welcome, it comes far too late to undo the harm that could have been prevented.